Tributes pour in for ‘Soul Man’ singer Sam Moore, who passed away aged 89

Tributes have been paid to Sam Moore, legendary soul singer who died aged 89 on Friday.

Moore found fame in the 1960s as half of the R&B/soul duo Sam & Dave alongside Dave Prater. Prater died in a car accident in 1988 aged 50.

Sam & Dave's hits included classics like 'Soul Man', 'Hold On, I'm Coming' and 'I Thank You'.

Moore was a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Grammy Hall of Fame, the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, and the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame.

Throughout his career, Moore collaborated with a number of iconic artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, Phil Collins, Lou Reed, Conway Twitty, Mariah Carey and Don Henley, many of whom have now paid their tribute to their late friend.

"Over on E Street, we are heartbroken to hear of the death of Sam Moore, one of America’s greatest soul voices, " Spingsteen said.

"There simply isn’t another sound like Sam's soulful tenor in American music. Having had the honor to work with Sam on several occasions, he was a sweet and funny man.

"He was filled with stories of the halcyon days of soul music, and to the end had that edge of deep authenticity in his voice I could only wonder at.

"We offer our prayers to his wife Joyce and thanks for the immortal recordings Sam left us. God bless."

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The two friends shared the stage and studio over the years. Moore contributed backing vocals to Springsteen’s 1992 album Human Touch, while Springsteen assisted on Moore’s 2006 song 'Better to Have' and 'Not Need'.

E Street guitarist Steven Van Zandt commented: "RIP Sam Moore. One of the last of the great Soul Men.

"Him and Dave Prater were the inspiration for me and Johnny to start Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes. An important righteous wonderful man."

Chic's Nile Rodgers wrote: "RIP to a great Soul Man and a great friend, Sam Moore! Condolences to his fam and friends who are many."

Public Enemy's Chuck D said: "I don't know if yall reading this even know how Sam Moore (Sam and Dave) part of my life soundtrack. Rest In Beats Mr Sam."

Jon Bon Jovi said: "Sam Moore, the Soulman, one of the pioneers and greatest singers ever has left us.

"I'm not saddened as much as I felt incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to be in his presence. Having had the opportunity to perform and even record with Sam was humbling and an honor."

Sam Moore, the Soulman, one of the pioneers and greatest singers ever has left us..
I’m not saddened as much as I felt incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to be in his presence.
Having had the opportunity to perform and even record with Sam was humbling and an honor
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— Jon Bon Jovi (@jonbonjovi) January 11, 2025

"The original soul man has left us to join his many brothers and sisters in the afterlife," said Van Halen star Sammy Hagar.

"Here in his mid 80s that voice, that voice, that voice. rest in peace, soul, brother. Love and prayers to Joyce and the family."